Hot Water Delivery
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Guide:
Core and Manifold Plumbing
DescriptionGuide describing effective ways to distribute hot water using either a core (compact) plumbing layout or a central homerun manifold piping system. -
Guide:
Demand Plumbing
DescriptionGuide describing the use of recirculation pumps to speed the flow of hot water to faucets for reduced wait times and savings in energy and water usage. -
DescriptionGuide describing how to air-seal around plumbing and piping penetrations through walls, ceilings, and floors.
Water Heaters
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DescriptionGuide describing the planning and installation process for Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs) in single-family homes, including model selection, installation location, thermal resource adequacy, and condensate removal. -
Guide:
Ground-Source Heat Pumps
DescriptionGuide describing ground-source (geothermal) heat pumps including an overview of technology and guidance on compliance and installation. -
DescriptionGuide describing the installation of a tankless hot water heater to provide domestic hot water that is heated on demand without the standby losses associated with tank storage water heaters. -
Guide:
Gas-Fired Boilers
DescriptionGuide describing gas-fired boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
Plumbing Fixture Efficiency
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Guide:
Bathroom Faucets
DescriptionGuide describing how to select efficient bathroom faucets for single-family homes and multifamily buildings. -
Guide:
Kitchen Faucets
DescriptionGuide describing how to install EPA WaterSense labeled kitchen faucets and accessories. -
DescriptionGuide describing testing of water-using fixtures, equipment, and appliances to ensure there are no leaks.
See also: EPA WaterSense Certified